Planner

About Majid Al Futtaim

Majid Al Futtaim Holding is a leading developer and operator of shopping malls, retail spaces, communities, and entertainment venues across the Middle East, North Africa, and Central Asia. With a global workforce exceeding 48,000 individuals, the company generates over US$11 billion in revenue and operates in 18 countries. Our portfolio includes well-known brands such as Mall of the Emirates, Carrefour, Lego, and Vox Cinemas. Our core mission is to create Great Moments for Everyone, Every day.

Job Summary

The Planner will support the Senior Planner and Planning Manager in analyzing multi-dimensional plans, including sales trends, gross margin, and inventory. This role involves collaborating with Buying and Store teams to optimize retail profits through effective range planning and trading across the region. Key responsibilities include managing delivery, allocation, and replenishment to align with planned ranges and allocations, thereby identifying opportunities to enhance sales and optimize stock levels.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the availability of appropriate products and stock in the correct quantities, at the right locations, and at the opportune times.
• Monitor the performance of product lines and categories, maintaining optimal stock levels through strategic store transfers, effective replenishment, and managing sell-through rates by product category.
• Oversee the planning of collection clearances and end-of-season markdowns to achieve target sell-through rates while meeting business margin expectations.
• Generate comprehensive hindsight reports, including weekly sales, stock, and intake summaries (WSSI), and in-season sales, markdown, intake, and stock forecasts. Communicate any identified risks to profit or stock targets to senior management.
• Analyze customer profiles, market trends, and preferences to inform product and stock decisions that align with customer expectations.
• Cultivate and maintain robust inter-departmental and intra-departmental relationships to facilitate open information exchange and ensure timely follow-up actions.
• Track warehouse service levels and collaborate with the Logistics team to monitor shipments and ensure the punctual delivery of stock transfers.

Requirements

• A graduate degree in a relevant field, preferably in business or finance.
• A minimum of 2 to 4 years of experience in a Planner role.
• Mandatory experience within the retail sector.
• Excellent command of the English language, both written and spoken.

What We Offer

• Join a company dedicated to creating memorable experiences and spreading happiness, with a 27-year legacy as a regional market leader.
• Enjoy the flexibility of working from any country in the world for up to 30 days annually.
• Thrive in a positive and collaborative work environment with colleagues who are enthusiastic about our future.
• Become part of a diverse team of over 50,000 talented individuals, all guided by our Leadership Model.

Additional Information

Work in a friendly environment, where everyone shares positive vibes and excited about our future.